Custom Fire Pits in East Tennessee

Gas fire pits turn on and off instantly, produce no smoke or ash, and are far more convenient for regular use, which is why most of our clients choose gas for a built-in patio feature. Wood-burning has the classic crackle and campfire feel that some people really want, but it means smoke, ash cleanup, and more caution around embers. We build both and will talk through which fits how you actually plan to use it.

Fire pit setback and clearance requirements vary by city, county, and HOA, and often depend on whether it is gas or wood-burning and how close it sits to the house, fencing, or trees. We confirm the exact requirements for your address and build to code as part of the project, so you are not left guessing at the rules.

A fire pit is typically an upgrade added to a hardscape or patio project rather than priced entirely on its own, and both wood-burning and gas options are available depending on the tier of hardscape package you choose. We will give you an exact add-on price once we know your patio scope and which fire feature style you want.

No, a properly installed gas fire pit burns clean with no smoke, soot, or ash, which is a big part of why it is the lower-maintenance choice for a patio you use often. A wood-burning fire pit will always produce smoke and needs to be sited with wind direction and neighboring seating areas in mind.

A wood-burning fire pit generally should not sit directly under a solid roof or low structure because of smoke and heat buildup. A gas fire pit is a much better fit under cover since it burns clean, though clearance to the structure still matters and we design that in from the start rather than adding a fire feature as an afterthought under an existing cover.